Sunflower seeds are harvested from the flower head of the sunflower plant. While the seed itself is encased in a black and white striped shell, sunflower seeds are white and have a tender texture.

Certain seeds, like chia and flax, tend to hog the nutritional spotlight. But the less-trendy sunflower seed has plenty of qualities worth highlighting. Here are the health benefits of sunflowers ...

Sunflower seeds were a fun snack option back in the day, when you’d split a pack with your squad and have spitting contests with the shells. While you probably don’t do that anymore (hey, no judgment ...